Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary Guide: Idaho
Average Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse Salary
$49.50/hour
The average salary for a Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Idaho is $49.50 per hour. This is equal to the US average
Last updated on January 29, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse salaries in Idaho compared to National Averages
$49.50/hour
Idaho
This is equal to the US average
$49.58/hour
United States
What cities in Idaho pay the most for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses?
Idaho Falls, Idaho pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $48 per hour, followed by Caldwell, Idaho ($34) and Nampa, Idaho ($34). Idaho Falls, Idaho also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Idaho average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $50 per hour — Idaho Falls, Idaho pays 4% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, Idaho | $48 | $50 |
| Caldwell, Idaho | $34 | $45 |
| Nampa, Idaho | $34 | $45 |
| Meridian, Idaho | $34 | $45 |
How does the pay for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses in Idaho compare to nearby states?
California pays Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses the most, averaging $70 per hour, followed by Oregon ($61) and Colorado ($56). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $84. For comparison, the Idaho average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $50 per hour — California pays 42% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $70 | $84 |
| Oregon | $61 | $68 |
| Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Nevada | $53 | $65 |
| Arizona | $44 | $46 |
| South Dakota | $40 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse jobs in Idaho?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses, averaging $44 per hour. For comparison, the Idaho average for Med Surg/Telemetry Nurses is $50 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 12% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $44 | $44 |
Last updated on January 29, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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